AIC Cure International Hospital

Robin is a 14-year-old boy from Kenya. “I wish to become a doctor in the future so that I can help children with physical conditions, just like the doctors at CURE have helped me.” Robin shared. He is currently in Grade 7, and the second and last-born child in a family whose parents are small-scale farmers. Robin has a misalignment of his legs, a condition that has affected his life from an early age. His journey with CURE began in 2017, and since then, he has undergone multiple surgeries to correct the condition and improve his mobility. Despite the many challenges he has faced, Robin remains hopeful, resilient, and determined to achieve his dream. His own experience has inspired him to pursue a career in medicine so that he can one day help other children facing similar challenges. Robin is currently admitted at the hospital, where he is schedule to undergo another surgery on September 1st, as a step towards improved mobility and a better quality of life. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,224 to cover the cost of Robin's procedure and care. “I look forward to having my legs corrected, and being able to walk like other children,” Robin said.

Trizah is a playful seven-year-old girl from Kenya, who loves reading books. She is the second-born child in a family of two children. Accompanied to hospital by her mother, the two traveled four hours to seek care at AIC CURE Hospital. “I look forward to seeing my daughter’s legs corrected, so that she can walk and play freely like other children,” her mother shared. Trizah's mother is a single parent who works at a cereal shop to provide for her family. Trizah was diagnosed with Blount's disease, a developmental growth disorder of the shin bone that causes a severe, progressive bowlegged appearance in children. Her mother began seeking medical help when Trizah was just one week old and continued taking her to clinic appointments until she was nine months old. However, during the COVID-19 pandemic, the clinic visits stopped. As Trizah continued to grow, her condition gradually worsened. In 2024, her mother heard about a mobile clinic near their home for children with physical challenges and brought her there. At the clinic, Trizah was assessed and scheduled for surgery. The treatment will have a significant impact on her life by straightening her legs to improve her mobility. It will also boost her confidence and self-esteem, allowing her to participate more freely in activities with other children. For Trizah's mother, seeing her daughter walk, play, and grow with greater confidence will be a dream come true. Trizah is scheduled to undergo this surgery on September 1st. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,224 to cover the cost of Trizah's procedure and care. Her mother shared, “I pray that my daughter will get better, and be able to walk like other children."

Dan is a jovial young boy from the Democratic Republic of Congo. He and his family currently live in Burundi. Dan dreams of becoming a mechanic, inspired by his grandfather, who is also a mechanic. Dan has a misalignment of his legs. He has diplegic cerebral palsy. A condition that has significantly affected his mobility and made it difficult for him to walk like other children. His greatest desire is to improve his walking, continue with his education, and one day pursue his dream of becoming a mechanic. For Dan’s mother, seeing her son improve has always been her greatest wish. A housewife who fled Congo with her family because of war, she has faced many challenges in her journey to secure a better future for her child. Despite these difficulties, she has remained hopeful and determined to find the treatment her son needs. Dan's family was referred to our medical partner's care center, AIC Cure International Hospital. Dan and his mother travelled more than 1,341 kilometres from Burundi to seek treatment. Dan is scheduled to undergo surgery on September 2nd to correct this condition and improve his quality of life. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,224 to cover the cost of Dan's procedure and care. “Sometimes, my friends laugh at me when they see me struggle to walk. It makes me sad, but deep inside, I still hold on to hope. I believe that one day I will rise, walk like them, play football, and live a normal life,” Dan shared.

Petronilla is a 12-year-old student who lives in Kenya with her grandmother. Despite the many challenges she has faced, she remains a cheerful and outgoing girl who is determined to work hard and build a brighter future for herself. When Petronilla was about four years old, her legs began to bow outward at the knees, causing significant pain and mobility difficulties. Her family spent all their savings on corrective surgery, which successfully straightened her legs. Shortly afterward, tragedy struck when Petronilla lost both of her parents, leaving her without the emotional support she so desperately needed. As she grew older, her legs gradually began to bow again, and the pain and mobility challenges returned. Walking to school became increasingly difficult, and she grew more withdrawn as she struggled with comments from other children. Petronilla is scheduled to undergo surgery on September 16th. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,224 to cover the cost of Petronilla's procedure and care. The surgery is expected to restore Petronilla’s mobility, reduce her pain, and improve her quality of life. Petronilla shared, “I am looking forward to a day when I will walk confidently, continue with my studies, and live a normal life just like other children.”

Sheryl is 12 years old and a student from Kenya. “Nine years ago, my neighbor told me just to let her grow like that and that it would correct itself,” Sheryl’s mom recalled with sadness. The mother of five first noticed Sheryl’s legs bowing when she turned one. Her little girl’s legs curved outward at the knees, making it hard to walk and run. When she asked for advice, everyone told her it was normal and would fix itself with time. Years passed, but nothing changed. As Sheryl grew older, her bowed legs became more severe and noticeable. Sheryl was referred to our medical partner's care center, AIC Cure International Hospital, for specialized care. She is scheduled to undergo surgery on September 17th to correct her condition and improve her quality of life. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,224 to cover the cost of Sheryl's procedure and care. "I want to dress like a girl, walk confidently, interact with other girls, and continue with my education normally without any challenge," said Sheryl.

Uba is a cheerful four-year-old from Kenya who is excited to grow up and go to school like other kids. She is the youngest in her family of four children. Her father works casual jobs, while her mother stays at home caring for the family. Uba has misalignment of her feet, a condition where her legs curve outward, causing her knees to remain apart when her feet and ankles are together. Uba has lived with the condition since birth. Over the years, her family has sought help from different hospitals, hoping to find a solution, but unfortunately, they were unable to get the treatment she needed. Her condition continued to worsen, making it increasingly difficult for her to stand and walk. Uba is now scheduled to undergo surgery to improve the alignment of her legs, thus allowing her to stand upright, walk with greater confidence, participate freely in activities with other children, and continue living with fewer limitations. Uba is scheduled to undergo surgery at our medical partner's care center on September 28th. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,224 to cover the cost of Uba's procedure and care. Uba's father said, "I want to see my daughter stand upright, walk well, and go to school like other children. This treatment gives us hope for a better future for Uba."

Tennyson is a playful 11-year-old boy from Kenya. He is currently in grade 3 and loves drawing and playing with friends. His father is a construction worker, while his mother is a home maker. Tennyson has clubfoot of right foot, a condition in which the foot is twisted out of shape. Tennyson was also born with a hearing impairment. His mother first noticed that his right foot was bending when he was three years old. “He struggled to walk and would often complain of pain, and as he grew, it only got worse,” she recalls. They sought help at a nearby hospital but were informed that the condition could not be treated there. With no clear solution, they returned home. As time passed, the condition worsened. The pain increased, Tennyson's foot began to swell, and walking became more difficult. Eventually, Tennyson had to stop going to school because he could no longer walk. One of his teachers grew concerned and reached out to the family. After learning about Tennyson’s condition, the teacher informed his mother about a mobile clinic by AIC CURE Hospital, where Tennyson could undergo a review. At the clinic, Tennyson was assessed and scheduled for serial casting and a clubfoot surgery. He has been undergoing the casting and is now ready for the repair surgery, which has been scheduled for May 25th. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,286 to fund Tennyson's clubfoot repair. After treatment, his foot will gradually straighten and restore his ability to walk. Tennyson's mother says: “I am praying that his foot will be straightened, so that he can walk without pain, go back to school, and live like other children.”

Purity is an 18-year-old girl from Kenya. She is a bright and determined student. Purity is full of hope, determination, and dreams for her future. Her hard work earned her a high school scholarship. Purity has clubfoot in both feet. Clubfoot is a condition in which the foot is twisted out of shape. This causes difficulty walking and even wearing shoes. For her mother, the diagnosis came with mixed emotions. “It was a mixture of emotions. I did not know how to react or who to turn to,” her mother recalls. When Purity was just nine months old, she started wearing foot braces in the hope that they would correct her feet. At first, it seemed to work. Her feet gradually took shape, and she eventually stopped wearing the braces. However, her mother, a single mother who works at a hotel, had little hope of finding further treatment for her daughter. She continued raising Purity and supporting her as best as she could. Fortunately, Purity traveled to visit our medical partner's care center, AIC Cure International Hospital. There, surgeons will perform clubfoot repair surgery on August 24th. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,286 to fund Purity's clubfoot repair. The treatment will allow her to walk more confidently, play with other children, continue her education, and participate more freely in everyday activities. Purity shared, “My greatest hope is to have my foot corrected so that I can stand upright and walk properly. I also hope this treatment will improve my self-esteem and allow me to continue with my education like other children. I dream of becoming a doctor one day, and hopefully, I will achieve that after receiving treatment.”

Calvin is a four-year-old boy from Kenya. He is the youngest in his family. His mother sells ready-made clothes, and Calvin’s father sells and repairs electronics to support the family. Calvin has clubfoot in both of his feet. Clubfoot is a condition in which the foot is twisted out of shape. This causes difficulty walking and even wearing shoes. At just two days old, he began serial casting at Kericho District Hospital and was later given a brace to help maintain the correction. However, due to financial challenges, the family was unable to attend some of the scheduled follow-up appointments. Unfortunately, the missed follow-ups contributed to the recurrence of Calvin’s clubfoot. Due to his condition, Calvin walked on his toes and would often fall. Playing and keeping up with other children was also a challenge for him. Fortunately, Calvin traveled to visit our medical partner's care center, AIC Cure International Hospital. There, surgeons will perform clubfoot repair surgery on August 24th. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,286 to fund Calvin's clubfoot repair. After treatment, he will have an opportunity to walk better, play freely with other children, and participate more confidently in everyday activities. “I am looking forward to seeing my child undergo a successful surgery and, most importantly, walk well and enjoy a normal childhood,” Calvin's mother shared.

Alexia is a five-year-old girl from Kenya. She is the firstborn in a family of two. Both of her parents are primary school teachers. When Alexia's mother gave birth to her, she noticed that her feet were bent. She was shocked and worried. Her mother wondered what they could do to help her. Thankfully, the doctors encouraged her and explained that the condition is treatable. Alexia has clubfoot affecting both feet. Clubfoot is a condition in which the foot is twisted out of shape. This causes difficulty walking and even wearing shoes. Alexia started serial casting when she was just one week old. At the age of two, she underwent a tenotomy and continued with serial casting. However, the treatment she received at a previous hospital continued for a long time without significant improvement and placed a financial burden on the family. Fortunately, the family learned about our medical partner's care center, AIC CURE International Hospital. There, surgeons will perform clubfoot repair surgery on August 24th. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,286 to fund Alexia's clubfoot repair. After treatment, Alexia will have a better chance of walking, playing freely with her friends, and enjoying a more active childhood. Alexia's mother says, “I am looking forward to the day I will see my daughter wearing shoes, walking normally, and going to school like any other child. This treatment gives me hope for her future.”

Rose, who is 14 years old, is a creative and joyful young girl from Kenya. She loves to draw, sing, and dance. "When I grow up, I want to own a children’s home and support children in need,” Rose says with a smile. Shortly after Rose was born, her mother noticed that her spine was beginning to curve. The family sought help at a local hospital when Rose was still young, and she was given supplements at that time. When she was three years old, Rose was fitted with a brace to help correct the curve. For the next four years, the family faithfully used the brace as Rose continued to grow. However, there was little improvement. “We used the brace as she kept growing, but the X-rays did not show any change,” her mother explains. Eventually, the family sought another opinion, but the experience left them discouraged. “We gave up and went back home because the brace was not making any difference; it was only making her uncomfortable,” she added. Rose's curved spine has affected more than her appearance. Rose experiences chest pain when walking long distances, and sometimes struggles to carry the books she needs for school. Everyday activities, such as fetching water, can leave her in pain. She has also struggled with her self-esteem, particularly when playing with other children. Years later, an unexpected encounter gave the family new hope. A stranger noticed Rose and shared that her own daughter had experienced a similar condition and had received treatment at our medical partner's care center, AIC CURE International Hospital. Doctors have determined that Rose needs to undergo a procedure called a spinal fusion. This surgery fuses two or more unstable vertebrae to reinforce the back structure, reduce pain, and ease symptoms. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,500 to fund this procedure. The surgery is scheduled to take place on August 26th, and once completed, it will hopefully improve Rose's quality of life. "I am looking forward to getting better and to continuing with my studies, just like my friends," Rose told us.